Modern office spaces often lack character and personality with polished surfaces creating an impersonal and boring atmosphere. But the office of Danish law firm Lundgren in Copenhagen is much different despite having a sophisticated, contemporary vibe. Designed by Årstiderne Arkitekter,…
When you think of a Chalet, this little residence nestled on a lovely little lot in Switzerland is not the first image that comes to mind! But the Reconstruction of a Chalet is a project that explores spatial possibilities when…
Refurbishment of a home that is 150-years old is a task that requires sensitivity and plenty of care along with ingenuity and an ability to create space where none exists. Accomplishing all this and a whole lot more with flowing…
With spring coming to its last few weeks and summer knocking on the door, now is the perfect time to redecorate for the second half of 2018! This is the time when colors of spring transition towards the sunnier shades…
Simplicity is beauty and often it is the most obvious designs that offer smart spatial solutions even while providing gorgeous aesthetics. Nestled on a lush green lot in Itaipava, Brazil, this fabulous contemporary home was built by Bernardes Arquitetura using…
It is not very often that you see homeowners get involved in the nitty-gritty aspects of home architecture and design. There are fewer occasions when their hobbies and existing collection of art work or eccentric decorative pieces determines the form…
When it comes to summer style, fruit is always in season! Thanks to a new wave of vibrant fruit motifs and creative designs from some of our favorite bloggers, produce such as watermelon, citrus and pineapples are perfectly on trend.…
The world has fallen in love with industrial style once again. The love for polished, sparkling, man-made surfaces has been replaced by a newfound affection for brick walls, metallic finishes and textures walls with all their imperfections. We are once…
Most beautiful homes and structures start with a design conundrum. Instead of viewing it as a hindrance smart architects and designers find clever solutions that overcome the hindrance in grand style. Created by Robert Young Architects, this small and efficient…
We have recently harped on about the increasing prominence of home offices. Rooms that were once considered an ‘add on’ are now becoming an absolute must. Even small apartments and urban homes with limited room are coming with a home…
Who says you can’t create a stunning and unique office space on a budget! A ten-arch + Usual Studio design, the Rope Wave Office in Shanghai is undoubtedly unique in more ways than one. The most noticeable feature of this…
Moving a world-class restaurant into a new home is a choice that comes with many considerations and even more architectural demands. Turning a typical and spacious home in the posh Polanco neighborhood of Mexico City into this setting for Pujol,…
Could anything be more summer-perfect than crisp stripes?! Not only are they a key feature of retro tropical style motifs, they are surprisingly modern. Today we’ll take a look at how summer stripes work on both counts, from evoking the…
A spacious, yet old home nestled on a lush green lot in Sao Paulo is the setting for Dpot’s latest and most beautiful store in all of Brazil. Dpot, a brand that was created by Sergio Buchpiguel in 1969 is…
Functionality and ergonomics are indeed an essential part of the kitchen design. But every kitchen needs that ‘wow factor’ – a little element that elevates its visual appeal. Different people prefer different ways to get this done. Some might turn…
186 Mandalay Road, Mandalay, is on the market for $3m. A UNIQUE fortress-like high security Queensland estate more akin to protecting the privacy of world leaders has hit the market priced at $3 million. Read another article:Sandy ChilewichBuilt on a…
Radiance, sunshine and golden glint – yellow is a color that represents hope, a new beginning and symbolizes all things auspicious in cultures across the globe. In the Oriental world, it was a color used on front doors to ward…
A vast estate that stretches into the outback, solitude brought in by nature and a getaway that brings classic and modern design elements together in a dramatic fashion – JR’s Hut on the Kimo Estate in New South Wales has…
Ever walked into a store and marveled at its design even before checking out what is on display? It does happen to us quite often and even if you are not particularly a design aficionado, there are times when you…
The revival of industrial style in the last few years has been largely due to architects finding ways to restore old and forgotten structures by breathing new life into them. This has once again showcased the timeless beauty of gorgeous…